Final Thesis Investigation of Laser Beam Welding in

vor 1 Woche


Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland Laser Technology Vollzeit

The number of fuel cell electric vehicles registered worldwide will increase tenfold by 2030, resulting in an enormous increase in demand for hydrogen.

The electrolyser cell is a power-to-gas technology and offers the possibility of converting natural energy into hydrogen.

An important manufacturing step of an electrolyser cell is the welding of bipolar plates and measuring material. Laser beam welding is a promising process for the production of welded joints. The quality of the weld seam is crucial for efficient production and must be monitored.

What you will do

  • Process development for welding bipolar plates and nickel mesh
  • Investigation of the test setup and variation of the wavelength
  • Possibility of carrying out insitu and SEM analyses

What you bring to the table

  • You are looking for varied and diverse scientific work
  • You are interested in technical problems and enjoy practical, experimental and analytical work
  • You are interested in laser technology and the further development of manufacturing processes for electromobility and hydrogen technology
  • Previous knowledge in the field of laser technology is desirable, but not essential

What you can expect

  • Practiceorientated thesis in an innovative working environment
  • A creative, diverse, multidisciplinary team with indepth knowledge
  • Tasks with responsibility and room for manoeuvre
  • Close collaboration between science and industry
  • Firstclass equipment in the laboratories and offices
  • Good transport links (bus connections, free multistorey car park)
  • Flexible working hours for a better workstudy balance
The position is limited to the end of the thesis.


With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process.

As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Questions about this position will be answered by

Mrs. Zhiheng Ye

Phone /

Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT

Requisition Number: 71764
Application Deadline: 04/30/2024

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